Source: Middle East Institute
Author(s): Khaled Dawoud
Original Link: https://www.mei.edu/publications/sharp-rise-inflation-forces-egyptians-cut-expenses
While the holy month of Ramadan is known for increased food consumption in Egypt and other Muslim-majority countries, Elham Mohamed, 40, a government employee, said it was very difficult for her just to make ends meet this year.
“I had to give up many of the items I usually buy during Ramadan,” she said. “Prices have gone crazy. Even the basics, such as bread, rice, sugar, flour, eggs, and cooking oil, have all gone up,” she added.
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